Stores Officer

Job Summary

Job Role Title: Stores Officer

Location: Western Annex, County Hall, Glenfield, Leicester

Salary: Grade F £35,412 - £39,152

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Full time

Number of hours per week: 37 hours per week

Number of positions: 1

Job Share: No

Closing date: 23: February 2026

Job Advert

Here at Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service, we have an exciting opportunity for Stores Officer to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis. This vacancy is based at Glenfield, Leicester.

You will be the Officer of a small team, working in a busy department, responsible for the Day to Day running of the Services Central Stores supporting all stations and departments requirements including e.g. Operational kit, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), consumables, first aid and water rescue items etc.

This is a challenging but immensely rewarding position. If you've got what it takes, we want you to join our team.

Benefits you will receive

• Competitive salary
• Flexible working
• Generous leave entitlement plus public holidays
• Full support for ongoing professional development
• On site gym facilities
• Free onsite parking
• Access to an emergency services "Blue Light" discount card
• Use of our in house occupational health unit, which includes fitness support
• Access to the Service's 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Public sector pension (subject to pension scheme rules). You will automatically be enrolled into the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), which is a tax approved, defined benefit occupational pension scheme. Your contributions are based on your earnings, and you can choose from different income options when you retire.

Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Furthermore, we want to create a work environment where everyone feels safe, can be themselves and can perform their roles to the best of their abilities. We have signed up with a number of nationally recognised organisations that promote equality, diversity and inclusion and we are working with them to help us achieve our objectives. These organisations include:

• Employers Network for Equality and Inclusion
• Department of Works and Pension's Disability Confident scheme
• Asian Fire Service Association (AFSA)

Pension Considerations

Please note that it is your personal responsibility to check whether by applying/accepting this position it would result in any Annual Allowance or Lifetime Allowance implications. A breach in the Annual Allowance threshold could result in a Tax charge. A breach in the Lifetime Allowance threshold will result in a Tax charge. Further information on Annual Allowance and Lifetime Allowance can be obtained from our Pensions team.

Sponsorship

Please take note that Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service does not hold a UK Visa & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker License sponsor and are unable to sponsor any individuals for Skilled Worker Sponsorship.

Hybrid working may be considered for this role.

Closing date: 23 February 2026

Interview and test date: Week commencing 02 March 2026

If you are invited to interview, you will be assessed against the NFCC Leadership Framework. The highest level relevant to the role is outlined in the person specification for the position you are applying for. The interview may include both behavioural and role specific questions to assess your suitability. You will also be asked a question exploring your understanding of, and commitment to, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) in the workplace.

Job Objectives

• Providing development and implementation of delivery of service to Fire Service customer base (LFRS), including the supervision and management of Stores Assistants.
• Liaising and negotiating with contract delivery companies to satisfy the needs of Workwear, PPE and stores supplies, ensuring a smooth running of operations to Service based sites and personnel.
• Facilitating and supplying vehicle parts to the Services Workshops technicians to ensure all appliances and vehicles are maintained.
• Providing an efficient and effective service to support to the needs of the organisation.

Skills Required

We're looking for a candidate who is a level headed, enthusiastic, and a proactive individual. You will need to have excellent written communication, IT skills and the ability to develop strong working relationships with staff at all levels.